197 Kent St, Brookline, MA 02446
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$3,300/mo

Original price: $3,450
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  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 795 sqft

197 Kent St, Brookline, MA 02446

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Dishwasher
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Air Conditioning
$3,300 deposit

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

By owner, no broker fees. 2-bedroom/1 bath corner apartment with modern kitchen, HWF on Kent St, Brookline, MA.
The apartment is located in a quiet section of Brookline in a professionally managed elevator building at 205 Kent Street, in Brookline, MA. It offers an open kitchen/living space and hardwood floors, large bedrooms, an updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, new windows on two sides, a renovated bathroom, and a 10,000 BTU built-in air conditioning unit. Nearby parks include Parsons Field, Sears Estate, and Longwood Playground. This apartment is less than 10-min walk to Longwood Medical area, Coolidge Corner, and C and D subways to downtown Boston. Heat and hot water are included. There are ceiling fans with lights in the bedrooms. The building has a large, clean laundry room and internal space for bicycles. Walk Score: 81; Transit Score: 90; Bike Score: 97. First and one month's rent security deposit are required on signing. Available September 1st, 2026, for a one-year lease period.

Heat and hot water included. NO FEES.
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(617) 712-0858

Details for 197 Kent St

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1967
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearDeposit: $3,300

Interior Features

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DishwasherRefrigerator
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ElevatorFloors: Hardwood
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Costs and Fees

Required monthly rent & fees (based on 12-month lease)
  • Base rent
    $3,300/mo
Required one-time fees
  • Security deposit
    $3,300
Pricing is subject to change. All calculations are estimates and provided for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may include additional mandatory or optional fees. Please consult the community manager for a complete breakdown of all rental costs.
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Rental Market Trends in Brookline

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$3,165/mo
Average rent
$3.88K
$278MoM
Available listings
1612
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What Locals Say about Brookline

At least 422 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 87 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 84 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 81 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 59 % Say there's wildlife

  • 52 % Say parking is easy

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say it's quiet

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 40 % Say car is needed

  • 39 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 33 % Say there are community events

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    "Very dog friendly "
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  • Rockygranahan
    "A quick and easy walk to the T. Total commute to downtown Boston from Coolidge Corner ranges between 15-25 minutes consistently."
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  • Kai Hsin Chang
    "Very convenient to do grocery and most people live here use public transportation because there’s no street parking. People who want to do street parking should apply for parking permits."
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  • Sydney Reitz
    "Events at the Coolidge corner theatre, Brookline day on Harvard street in Coolidge corner, open holiday meals at the United Parish church"
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  • Sydney Reitz
    "The sidewalks and streets are well-maintained even in inclement weather. Traffic is only bad around the Longwood medical area and major streets around rush hour. Pub trans is easy and safe."
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  • Austin Wozniak
    "Multiple dog friendly, off-leash parks in the community and many great places to walk a dog. The community is very dog friendly. "
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  • Loming1986
    "Only limited (a hand-full) dog parks available, I wish there are more. Many neighbors have dogs and it’s a very dog friendly neighborhood."
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  • Trulia User
    "Clean, safe and quiet. People are very friendly. Access ti public transportation. Love this place very much."
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    "The neighborhood is great environment to raise a family. It’s peaceful, clean and quiet. We would love to be here to raise our kids here. "
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    "I’v stayed in a hotel in this neighborhood. It is a beautiful area with many shops to explore. Hope to move to this area. "
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    "Near everything. Train across the street, restaurants, coffee shops, etc JP is part of Boston. Vibrant community. Diverse. High incomes mixed with low. "
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    "Yes, the area has many dog parks, both on and off leash. Most apartment buildings are dog friendly and neighbors have been very accepting. "
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  • Aliana P.
    "It’s a quick commute to downtown, especially if you live on the D line. Very convenient. It’s also a very walkable area with all stores and necessities close by. "
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  • Juana B.
    "It’s very safe and great school system!! I been leaving here for 11 years and I love it and my kids too"
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  • Jiyoung W.
    "Lots of other friendly dog owners, plus lots of little parks and green space for pups to run around (especially Amory Park!). Lots of businesses in the area have dog treat jars too!"
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  • Adriana P.
    "It seems let friendly. Lots of parks and spaces for dogs to run. I don’t have a dog but I have friends with dogs"
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  • Archana B.
    "Lived here for 5 years. I highly recommend it. It is getting more expensive. Some areas are more family friendly than others. "
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  • Deiabarroso86
    "Very safe, with a lot of stores around.. Beacon Street is a beautiful street and we have the Reservoir nearby, which is a good place for a walk."
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  • Josie E.
    "The kids walk to school on a tree-lined street and neighbors know each other. A little oasis in the city "
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  • Caroline
    "Drive to Watertown or take shuttle provided by my place of employment. Easy access to city via C or D green line. "
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  • Dma333
    "Diverse, safe, close to everything, friendly neighbors, great schools, playgrounds in walking distance"
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  • Steve L.
    "Hancock Village in Chestnut Hill is a good place to live overall. Sometimes the management office puts together special functions like handing out cider doughnuts in the fall, or flowers to plant - both gratis. (And more as well but too much to detail)."
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  • Dma333
    "Block party in September Close to a great school Playgrounds nearby Diverse community Easy access to many communities "
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  • Szonja.ruppert
    "Lots of greens, parks, even bags for dogpoop is put to parks. Not many pet shops in walking distance"
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  • Scottcunha311
    "Halloween’s are very popular especially on clark rd. Great location to Cleveland circle and both bu and bc can take train anywhere or easily get a bus there’s no shortsge of things to do"
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  • Jawaher A.
    "Good schools, no stealing, good neighbors, good place to kids to play, not far away from BU university, there is driving school, all government facilities around us, Uber so expensive but it is available all time, there is ice cream shop and Starbucks around us also a lot of restaurants and malls "
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  • Courtney C.
    "Safe and homey - education is good but property tax is rising. Commute is perfect - only ten minute drive away from my work site. "
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  • Luis B.
    "Lots of commerce within walking distance and easier access to the city by public transportation. Also very good public schools"
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  • Magdalene M.
    "Right by the T and walking distance to Fenway! Blue bikes and scooters near by. Lots of ways to go. "
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  • Jawaher A.
    "I love this area coz its safe and beautiful and the neighbors are nice and kind and there is a lot of great people "
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  • Oliver L.
    "I walk to work in the medical area. T stops make getting to the center easy. It is quite possible to live without a car."
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  • Sophie
    "The community center holds a lot of interesting activities like Mahjong, movies, reading, yoga and concerts. Also we have a greeeat library here!"
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  • Kathy U.
    "Many dog parks around the Coolidge corner area. Many off leash areas too. The dog community it big in this neighborhood "
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  • Heli C.
    "The schools are excellent, and neighbors tend to know each other. We are a ‘suburb’ of Boston but also officially a town with numerous distinct village neighborhoods, most of which are walkable to restaurants and amenities. Brookline has a fairly international mix of people, with families from all over the world coming here to study and work at the nearby Harvard teaching hospitals."
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  • Ptetrault
    "It is a safe, welcoming and peaceful neighborhood. Heath is a great school. Close to T trains and buses."
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  • Pat B.
    "There's some strange people who are around, but they're harmless. There's lots of daycare places, so if someone has a young kid there's lots of options nearby."
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  • Billy W.
    "There is only one park on this hill, but a short walk can lead you to bigger parks and playgrounds."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 16, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$3,300
Price decreased by 4%
Jul 30, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$3,450
Price increased by 11%
Jul 24, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,100
Jul 23, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,500
Jul 17, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$3,500
Price decreased by 3%
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Phone Number: 617-712-0858

Frequently asked questions about 197 Kent St

  • What income do you need to rent 197 Kent St?
    Most landlords look for monthly gross income of about 3× rent, or roughly $120K per year to rent 197 Kent St in Brookline, MA at $3,300/mo.
  • What's the average rent in Brookline?
    The average rent in Brookline is $3,883 per month.
  • How does the rent for 197 Kent St compare to similar 2-bedroom apartments in Brookline?
    197 Kent St in Brookline, MA rents in line with the area average for 2-bedroom apartments in Brookline ($3,324/mo).
  • What do residents say about Brookline?
    Residents describe Brookline, MA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See apartments for rent in Brookline, MA.

Affordability

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For this property
$118,800 PER YEAR
is the suggested income
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197 Kent St, Brookline, MA is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 795 sqft apartment built in 1967. 197 Kent St was listed for rent for $3,300/month on Jul 30, 2026.